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RUDY BOIVIN
Born: May 02, 1928
Date of Passing: May 14, 2021
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RUDY BOIVIN
May 2, 1928 – May 14, 2021
Our Dad was a man who wore many hats in his prosperous life. He completed his formal education at Daniel McIntyre Collegiate followed by two years at Angus Business College. In 1947 he joined the Manitoba Power Commission, which later became Manitoba Hydro. Dad started as a clerical worker and rose the ranks to retire as Manager, Energy Management Services in 1992. Dad was a company man to the end and we wish to thank everyone he worked with, as you all played a role in his success.
Dad's work was not limited to Manitoba Hydro. It gave him great pride to give back to the community and he volunteered with many organizations, including Fort Garry Chamber of Commerce, Red River Exhibition and Riverview Health Care Center. His volunteer participation was unparalleled and as a result, was the recipient of numerous volunteer awards. However, Dad's greatest contribution was to the game of golf. He became a member of Southwood Golf and Country Club in 1966, thus beginning his love for the game. He began volunteering with the Manitoba Golf Association in 1980. He was a founding member of the MGA Golf Annual Magazine, later known as the Golf Manitoba Journal. In 1983, Dad joined the MGA Board of Directors serving as President in 1988. He also served as the non-playing captain of the Willingdon Cup Team in 1985, 1986 and 1987. Dad continued his volunteer work with the MGA sitting on numerous committees and as a result, was presented with the Golf Manitoba Distinguished Service Award in 2011.
Southwood Golf and Country Club was Dad's second home. He sat on the Board of Directors from 1971-1978 and was Member of the Year in 1976, Club President in 1977 and Club Captain from 1990-1993. Dad was honoured in 2003 as a life-time member and played right up to the summer of 2020.
If a man's worth is measured by friendship, Dad would have been a wealthy man. He had a natural way of including people and making them feel special. Dad made special friends in Florida, on the golf course, in the condo community and even at the bus stop. He will always be remembered as a kind and generous man.
Dad's greatest source of joy, when not shooting a round, was to be surrounded by his children and grandchildren. We were the light of his life. He was so proud of everyone's accomplishments and supported whatever endeavour we chose to embark on. On his last day, he repeatedly asked how his children and grandchildren were doing. We know how much we were loved.
It was Dad's wish that there be no funeral. To honour him, we ask that you raise a glass at 5:00 and make a toast to "Rudy." If you so wish, you can make a donation to The Manitoba Renal Clinic at the St. Boniface Hospital or the Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter. We are also establishing a Golf Manitoba Scholarship in his name.
"What we have once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us". - Helen Keller
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 22, 2021
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Phyllis, Darren, Tracy, Leslee, My condolences to all of you from your back door neighbour and babysitter. What a lovely tribute you made to your husband and father. He always was such a gentleman. He really cared about you kids growing up and you were all such beautiful kids. Sounds like he loved you and your children right until the day he died. It must feel like such a loss. My mother Aggie Klassen your back yard neighbour passed away Feb. 13th, 2021 at the age of 102 1/2 living in her home right to the end. Two lives lived to a wonderful old age but still gone too soon. My heartfelt condolences to all of you again. - Posted by: Rhoda Klassen Rempel (Neighbour and babysitter) on: Mar 23, 2022
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Worked for and with Rudy over the years at MH. He was a real character and certainly always wanting what was best for the company. He was always full of energy and life. Especially enjoyed some of the stories over a drink of Rum with Rudy, Claire and Ted. I wish all his family my deepest sympathy on his passing. I know he will be missed by all. Regards - Posted by: Jack Wilson (fellow Hydro Employee) on: May 25, 2021
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Phyllis, my sincere sympathy at this time. We (you and Ruby) and myself often walked at Reh Fit in the early/mid 2000s which was most enjoyable. - Posted by: Paul Landry (Friend from Reh Fit in mid 2000) on: May 23, 2021
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I have many fond memories of Rudy dating back to the 50's. Please accept my sincere condolences Phyllis. I've been through this twice now so know how difficult your loss will be. - Posted by: Joan Black/Stanbery (friend) on: May 23, 2021
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Dear Phyllis and family, Please accept our condolences in the passing of your Dear husband Rudy. We will always remember how friendly Rudy was every time we met him. Respectfully, Joyce Dusik and Bossuyt families - Posted by: Joyce Dusik (Bossuyt) (Friend) on: May 23, 2021
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Please accept our condolences on Rudy's passing. We will always remember him for his enthusiasm and friendliness. - Posted by: Lorne and Arlene Verville (co worker and friend) on: May 22, 2021
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Phil and family. I would like to pass my condolences. I can picture Rudy at my parents Grey Cup parties telling some story or egging on my dad. Most of all I'm thankful to Rudy and Phil for dragging my parents to Florida every year so I could have the house to myself. - Posted by: Dave Fallis (Friend) on: May 22, 2021
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My sincerest sympathies to the entire Boivin family. Rudy was a great warm and gregarious man with whom I enjoyed many discussions with- especially at our Past Presidents events. Rudy certainly had a life well lived surrounded by the love of family and the passion of golf. - Posted by: Dr. Gordon Goodridge (fellow past president Southwood Golf and Country Club) on: May 22, 2021
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I would like to extend my sincere condolences to your family. He was a great man. - Posted by: jan moore (family friend) on: May 22, 2021
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I am deeply saddened to hear of Rudy’s passing. I have so many fond memories of my time working for him. Rest easy Rudy. Wishing you peace for your hearts as you say goodbye to this amazing man. - Posted by: Carol Barton McKay (coworker ) on: May 22, 2021
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Rudy was my boss in the 1970’s at Manitoba Hydro. He was an awesome boss. We had many, many fun times at work and at the District Supervisor Conferences at the International Inn. RIP Rudy. Deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: JoAnne Williams (Co-worker) on: May 22, 2021
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